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Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91¡¯s Nurse Residency Program Recognized for Excellence
Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91¡¯s?New Graduate Nurse Residency Program received ¡°Accreditation with Distinction¡± for the second consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP).
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Tracy¡¯s Path Back from Stroke & Traumatic Brain Injury to Marathoner
It¡¯s been said that finishing a marathon is a state of mind that says anything is possible. Learn more about Tracy's journey to running the Chicago Marathon.
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Evelyn¡¯s Story: A Moving Milestone on Anniversary of Spinal Cord Injury
Evelyn and her young daughter, Julia, were rear-ended by a driver traveling at high speed. After 10 days in an acute-care hospital, Evelyn transferred to Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 for?inpatient care and rehabilitation.
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Looking Back at the 2024 Olympics & Paralympics
The 2024 Olympics and Paralympics may be over, but Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 celebrated the athletes and para athletes, the spirit of competition, and human ability in ways that will live on after the games. Here¡¯s a look back at top memories from Paris 2024.
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Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 Psychologist Featured in PBS Next Avenue Story about Chronic Pain
Next Avenue, a digital PBS publication, recently featured Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 clinical psychologist?Claire Pedersen, PsyD, in a story about the?connection between chronic pain and anger ¡ª and how anger can have an impact on the perception, intensity and frequency of pain.
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A Guide to Rock Climbing After a Long Break
Rock climbing is a rigorous sport that is very demanding on the whole body. From the fingertips to the toes, large forces are constantly being placed on small structures, which can create a potential for injury.
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A Focus on Women¡¯s Health: Pelvic Floor Health, Exercise, Bone Density & More
Women¡¯s Health & Fitness Day is celebrated every year to promote the importance of health awareness and physical activity in women. In recognition, here is a roundup of articles about pelvic floor health, exercise, bone density and more by Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91¡¯s?women¡¯s health experts.
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Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 Patient Featured in Science News Story About Chronic Pain Alternatives
Science News, an independent, nonprofit science news publication, recently featured Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 patient Megan H. in a story about the?growth in alternative treatments for chronic pain ¡ª and how many people living with chronic pain could benefit from a broad mix of treatments beyond pharmacological options.
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Managing Chronic Pain through Mindfulness
For individuals who live with chronic pain ¡ª either from an injury, illness or chronic condition ¡ª it can be challenging to remain present. Pain can lead to an increased focus on physical symptoms and internal feelings, which can exacerbate the pain experience.
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Graded Motor Imagery for Managing Chronic Pain
Chronic pain can interfere with an individual¡¯s participation in daily activities, including sports and recreation, hobbies, housekeeping, cooking, self-care, personal hygiene and social engagement. In fact, individuals may find themselves moving less or avoiding these activities entirely due to a fear of pain.
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Three Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 Nurses Receive 40 Under 40 Emerging Nurse Leaders Award
Three Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 nurses ¡ª Rachel Adekoya, RN, nurse manager; Katie Earnest, RN, director, Nursing Research; and Lindsay Hong, RN, nurse manager ¡ª have been recognized by the Illinois Nurses Foundation with the 40 Under 40 Emerging Nurse Leaders Award.
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Megan¡¯s Story: Movement Is Key to Living with Chronic Pain
Megan lived with chronic pain for over 20 years. She participated in our four-week pain program to learn strategies and techniques to help navigate daily pain.
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